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逆手

underhand grip (e.g. in gymnastics, etc.); cross-handed grip (e.g. in golf, etc.); using one's hands backwards from their conventional positioning; reverse grip (e.g. of a sword)

common word

Meaning

  1. n
    underhand grip (e.g. in gymnastics, etc.)
  2. n
    cross-handed grip (e.g. in golf, etc.); using one's hands backwards from their conventional positioning
  3. n
    reverse grip (e.g. of a sword)
  4. n
    turning the tables (on an opponent)
  5. n
    reverse arm-lock (in judo); joint lock
  6. n rare
    foul trick

Example sentences

  • He skillfully turned the trouble to his advantage.